13 DIY Magnetic Boards And Unique Handmade Magnets
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Create DIY magnetic boards using recycled or new items. Personalize the boards by making decorative magnets from your favorite items or collectibles.
The best part about a custom magnetic board is making the unique magnets to go with it. You don’t have to spend a fortune at the store when you can upcycle items you have at home. Dig through your junk drawer or craft supplies for vintage buttons, old keys, colorful bottle caps, or mismatched costume jewelry. All it takes is an adhesive—like E6000 or hot glue—and a pack of strong magnets glued to the back. In just a few minutes, you’ll have a personalized collection that tells a story and perfectly displays notes and beautiful keepsakes.DIY Magnetic Boards
These boards cover the gamut from spray painted silverplate trays to vintage wallpapered magnetic boards to an upcycled magnetic map. Pick a favorite!
I had a little fun making an upcycled magnetic board and a bunch of magnets including beach themed as well as salvaged hardware magnets. I love how it turned out!
Finding a Magnetic Board
When you're hunting for pieces to turn into a magnetic board, remember that not all metal is created equal. Aluminum, copper, and brass won't hold a magnet at all! Before you buy a vintage tray or a piece of sheet metal at a flea market, carry a small, strong magnet in your pocket. Give the piece a quick tap to make sure it sticks. If you find a great wooden frame or an old cabinet door that you love, you can always transform it by adding a piece of galvanized steel sheet metal or even a few coats of magnetic primer.
Think outside the box when creating. You never know where inspiration will strike! In this case, a gorgeous white enamelware piece was turned into a magnet board complete with tea set magnets. The pop of color is perfect for a kitchen!
Old frames make great magnetic boards. Paint them any color you like and create a mix of handmade magnets to customize it!
You don't have to paint your silverplate tray or even shine it up. Make decorative magnets using vintage earrings and display them anywhere.
Anika from Anika's DIY Life shows us how she made a really unique and functional plywood pegboard and magnetic board. This is such a useful piece that would work in a mudroom, entryway, craft room or office.
If you spot any vintage wallpaper, scoop it up! It can be used in so many different ways. This magnetic board is also a chalkboard. The ornate frames really steps it up to the next level.
Check out your local thrift store for an oversized picture frame. With just a few steps you can turn it into a custom magnetic chalkboard!
Get all the steps on how to make an industrial farmhouse magnetic board complete with a gorgeous DIY rustic wood frame. This adds so much depth and texture to any space.
The possibilities are endless with this next magnetic board. You can use pretty scrapbook paper to create your board and matching magnets. Wouldn't this be great for your desk with important reminder notes?
Repurpose an old map into a large magnetic board. Claire from Pillar Box Blue also shows you how to make cute magnetic pins to use on the board.
A super easy and inexpensive way to make a magnetic board is to use an upcycled cookie sheet. You can even find them at the dollar store. Add some twine for texture and hang it anywhere you like.
The chevron design in this magnetic board is a great way to add color. Switch up the color to go with your home decorating style.
Here is a creative way to upcycle wood frames and bottle caps! Follow this same tutorial to make any size board and design with bottle caps. This is another budget-friendly project.
Kids will get a kick out of being able to display their collection of favorite animals, or other magnets on their own magnet board. You can even plan a craft time with them to craft age-appropriate magnets.
Did you pick a favorite? I’m kind of partial to the framed magnet board covered with vintage wallpaper. Thanks for being here, Kathy
DIY Magnetic Boards
These boards cover the gamut from spray painted silverplate trays to vintage wallpapered magnetic boards to an upcycled magnetic map. Pick a favorite!
I had a little fun making an upcycled magnetic board and a bunch of magnets including beach themed as well as salvaged hardware magnets. I love how it turned out!
Finding a Magnetic Board
When you're hunting for pieces to turn into a magnetic board, remember that not all metal is created equal. Aluminum, copper, and brass won't hold a magnet at all! Before you buy a vintage tray or a piece of sheet metal at a flea market, carry a small, strong magnet in your pocket. Give the piece a quick tap to make sure it sticks. If you find a great wooden frame or an old cabinet door that you love, you can always transform it by adding a piece of galvanized steel sheet metal or even a few coats of magnetic primer.
Think outside the box when creating. You never know where inspiration will strike! In this case, a gorgeous white enamelware piece was turned into a magnet board complete with tea set magnets. The pop of color is perfect for a kitchen!
Old frames make great magnetic boards. Paint them any color you like and create a mix of handmade magnets to customize it!
You don't have to paint your silverplate tray or even shine it up. Make decorative magnets using vintage earrings and display them anywhere.
Anika from Anika's DIY Life shows us how she made a really unique and functional plywood pegboard and magnetic board. This is such a useful piece that would work in a mudroom, entryway, craft room or office.
If you spot any vintage wallpaper, scoop it up! It can be used in so many different ways. This magnetic board is also a chalkboard. The ornate frames really steps it up to the next level.
Check out your local thrift store for an oversized picture frame. With just a few steps you can turn it into a custom magnetic chalkboard!
Get all the steps on how to make an industrial farmhouse magnetic board complete with a gorgeous DIY rustic wood frame. This adds so much depth and texture to any space.
The possibilities are endless with this next magnetic board. You can use pretty scrapbook paper to create your board and matching magnets. Wouldn't this be great for your desk with important reminder notes?
Repurpose an old map into a large magnetic board. Claire from Pillar Box Blue also shows you how to make cute magnetic pins to use on the board.
A super easy and inexpensive way to make a magnetic board is to use an upcycled cookie sheet. You can even find them at the dollar store. Add some twine for texture and hang it anywhere you like.
The chevron design in this magnetic board is a great way to add color. Switch up the color to go with your home decorating style.
Here is a creative way to upcycle wood frames and bottle caps! Follow this same tutorial to make any size board and design with bottle caps. This is another budget-friendly project.
Kids will get a kick out of being able to display their collection of favorite animals, or other magnets on their own magnet board. You can even plan a craft time with them to craft age-appropriate magnets.
